Model X - Advice for Choosing Options 

This video is less than 2 months old, and a lot of the information is already outdated! That's how quickly Tesla can change stuff up. The 7 seater now has new middle row seats which fold flat. This makes the 7 seater a lot more practical than before. Tesla also rolled the audio upgrade and cold weather package into the premium upgrade package. The new package is $6000 which is cheaper than the 3 old packages combined, but it's more expensive if you only wanted one or two of the other packages.

I can't afford a Tesla but I enjoyed this video. Very informative!

Thanks Brett this video was really helpful. You should do more videos like this.

A great objective video on your option choices and regrets.

This guy is an amazing presenter, so lucid and pleasantly logical! Well done!

Well spoken. Your delivery of the information you want to get across is on point.

Thank you very much!! U helped me out by choosing which to buy !! I just bought 2017 Model X 7 seater

Thanks for the video! I'm putting a MX on order at the end of the month, this has helped!

Thanks so much for this video. After long time, this video helped convinced my parents to get rid of hummer h2 and get this. 100d with EAP.

Learned allot here. Thank you. When I do my review of the Tesla I will def link to this video for those who want more detials

Well done Brett. You and I have the exact same vehicle (only exception being exterior color) and I completely agree with your well thought out analysis. Also presented very well. Good job!

Hey Brett, just used you as referral for my model x. I enjoy your straightforward approach and valuable topics.

This video helped me a lot in deciding which Tesla I wanted, thanks a lot!

Great video. Thanks for taking the time to go through everything from someone who has no idea

thanks for the information! we've been debating range, wheels, and seat configuration...Ill keep you posted! :)

Agree with your comment about the seven seater. Only buy this optio if you are sure you will give rides to seven people on a regular basis. I also noted that you can't see much in the rear view mirror if you have the seven seater

Thank you for the referral code - Used to purchase our new 100D Model X, 6 seats (agree with your trapped feeling, easier access and leg room pro). Went for 20" wheels (it is an SUV) after all, white on white (amazing), premium package (now expect all doors to open for me 😉), premium sound (amazing quality to music and daughter loves the on demand DJ service 😀), tow package (maximize space inside when skiing or for bikes), EAP (very cool feature that will keep getting better). Overall amazing car that feels like driving in the future. Keep up the great videos 👍👏

Thanks so much for the great video! Fantastically informative, and especially with your updated comments. I have a better idea of what the options are and feel better about deciding!

Excellent! Thanks for this

Nice job. Very informative! Thank you.

I needed this, thanks

Excellent video. Really liked it. The only place I'd beg to differ with you is the premium audio upgrade. If you are someone who likes music and likes to listen to their music properly and whose life sort of revolves around music in any way then PLEASE get yourself the premium audio upgrade. In order to save some money I forwent the option. While I love my Model S 75D recently it had to go into the shop for a minor repair and Tesla gave me a loaner. The loaner had a premium audio system and MANNNNNN the difference is significant. While I am very happy with my non-premium audio system and it solves the music listening purpose really, really well. But if you appreciate music and love exploring different genres and get into your music then hands down the premium audio is a no-brainer for you. The difference in audio quality especially with the Dolby Surround turned on, is night and day.

Solid video. Really like how you present the information. I just placed an order for my Model X. Super excited! By the way, I used your referral code! Thanks for the quality work.

I have a Model S with the 22kW charger. I frequently leave my car in restricted charging spots while doing something else, such as going to the cinema or buying plants at the local rare plant market. Most public chargers here provide either 22kW or 45kW, so I have repeatedly been really glad that my car could charge up fully within

Fantastic video! Wish Tesla would allow us to pay to gain access to the self presenting door feature as they have with other software locked features! Also how did you have your camera mounted for the center consul screen while showing AP? You had no shakiness at all!

I'm so glad I found this video. I have a very specific question that I've only been able to speculate about, but since you're in Colorado AND go up the mountains I think you can answer my questions! My question is: -How much loss do you get in the winter when it's snowing and using winter/snow tires? Ex: How many miles left does it show when you get to the top? -Do you have winter or snow tires? -Do you go with people or by yourself? If you do go with someone, what's the range loss by adding someone else and all their gear? -Which resorts can you get to on a single charge? I often go to A-Basin, Keystone, Breckenridge, and rarely Vail. I should also note that I am in Colorado Springs. Literally the only thing holding me back from buying the upcoming Model 3 is my concern with reaching the resorts from the Springs and the winter conditions.

Brett, I really like your videos and watched a few before I ordered my X last year. I went with the following and don't regret the choices at all: 1) 6 seats 2) enhanced auto pilot 3) full self driving - I think this will eventually be a help to many people who are not able to drive themselves and I wanted to speed up the development 4) premium upgrade package - I wanted the cornering lights (have them on my Tiguan and love them where I live with no street lights), perforated seats and the biohazard mode 5) upgraded sound system - I checked out both systems in Xs and could definitely tell the difference 6) towing package for general ability to tow utility trailers and small campers 7) zero degree package because we also live in CO I also passed on the high current charger because we pay a flat $.10 per kilowatt hour and I simply charge overnight for as long as I need.

I live in the UK and over here this range thing is overplayed. A friend, who knows just the tiniest bit about EVs, has started saying, '...ah yes, but they don't have the range,' He doesn't mention the obvious thing which is, 'they are still too damn expensive for most people.' He does accept that they are generally superior in all other respects. But, in the UK, a range of 200-250 is absolutely fine for most people [and him too] to go through even a week of motoring and then do a charge at the weekend. And the winter range is a bit overplayed too. FFVs do worse mpgs in the winter than they normally achieve [they do best in late spring]. And they are worse into headwinds and better into tailwinds. Its not like EVs have the monopoly on performance variation here.

Just subbed, love the vids man

Very informative and helpful. Thank you so much.

Very interesting video. Thanks for sharing.

This lines up exactly with my thinking. I didn't get the PUP because the HEPA will be available after purchase, and self presenting is software limited and may be available separately at some point in the future. Similar thinking with self driving. You're probably better off saving and investing that money until the feature is fully vetted and available.

Although this is kinda beside the point now (because them having been discontinued), IMO the ventilated seats (for the Tesla) seem to be more trouble than it was and always been worth. Because for once, as you mentioned, the air flow "isn't really there". I have (still, but not for long, switching to a Tesla soon) Ford Fusion with perforated / ventilated seats. It works awesome, great during the summer for the added air flow, great for the winter with a quick boost of warmth. Especially on long trips, it's a must (for ICE cars). Not so much for a Tesla, IMO, because you can have the HVAC on 24/7 (AFAIK), so it's just a matter of planning ahead and keeping the car plugged in (AFAIK this works). Plus, as you said, you can pre-cool / heat via phone anyhow, so again, a little bit of planning ahead and it remedies the situation. Though, again, if making a long(er) trip and doing so regularly, if it's hot / freezing, then it can be quite a nuisance having to activate the HVAC and setting the temp. Secondly, at least in the Ford Fusion with perforated / ventilated seats - and despite that the ventilation is really strong, if set on highest level - dust, lint and possibly also liquids "sneak" through the perforation and onto / into whatever is behind it. Lastly (or maybe there's more?), they seem to be more prone to rip - things can get snagged in those little holes and then when pulled (by accident, usually) can create a rip. So, all those things considered and especially because initially I've been wanting the perforated / ventilated seats, IMO Tesla made the right choice there, just like with everything else, so far, even the PUP.

The video was very informative and i wish you did a video on the maintenance and repair costs.

I'm going to buy an S and this was very useful. Thank you! I'm going to use your referral code!

I wanted the ventilation in the seats and the upgrade sound plus the blacks wheels. I don't care about the full self driving because I'm too uncomfortable with that and I prefer to be in full control when I drive. I like the space of the 5 seat but prefer the look of the 6 seat. I want the premium upgrade package as well. So hopefully a Black on Black Model X 100D in like 2 years when my BMW X6 lease is up will be in my future 🙏🏽👍🏽😜!

Great Job, its crazy that you cannot get upgraded charger in 90D anymore, plus IMO the 5-seater is the only true SUV, but the lack of the 2nd HVAC fan results in decreased air flow to the 2nd row passengers, literally reduces it by 50%, this issue will become more realized this summer

Great Tips!

Hi Brett, thanks for the video. I just placed an order for my X100D. I got black (no upcharge for the color), 5 passenger cloth, again no upcharge for the interior, standard 20" wheels, premium upgrade-I waffled on this one-standard sound system, cold weather-I also live in Colorado and I agree, this is not a severe cold weather climate, the heated seats throughout and heated steering wheel are nice. I currently have those options on my Nissan Leaf. I also autopilot but without self driving. Trailer tow is a must as I haul things for my business so the ability to attach a small lightweight trailer on occasion is great. This eliminates the need for a pickup truck. Plus I bike so the bike rack option is nice. Of course air suspension and larger charger come in trailer tow and large battery configurations. So I like your recommendations a lot and mine will be configured exactly how I like it. Thanks for your videos.

great car ....love the X

Just got a Model X P100D with every single option

just referral from you and order a MX , thanks for your video!

Awesome video !

Brett - Very informative video! Currently the 72 amp dual charger is included with the 100KWh but is not available factory installed on the 75KWh. However, I do see the 72 amp charger as a dealer installed option on the online Tesla store. Also, you didn't mention the upgraded leather steering wheel/lower dash, Alcantara dash and LED accent lighting in the PUP package (though probably still not worth the added cost).

The Midnight Silver Metallic is really nice :D

Great, informative video, thanks!!....

This was an incredibly good video.

I feel that saying that the 75D is only good for short trips and comute to work does not account for location. Like here in Norway where the supercharger network is really good. You can drive as long as you want. Seems to me that it's really good in the states now too, but of course if you live in Australia your point would be more valid. But then again the 100D is probably not enough there either.

Amazing

a very good vid. Thanks. However, one issue. Range. With 75D battery, our range has been 130-140 miles, not 200. We have an 2016 AP1 X w 9,000 miles, 20 inch rims. While this experience is disappointing, most of our travel is local w one trip to Florida. Still we can get to all Superchargers charging to 90%. In contrast, my 2016 Model S w 90D, I can travel 250 miles under ideal conditions.

I want to re configure figure mine so badly now. If I was to re do it again I would get the 100d with the 6 seat interior instead of the 7. I would also option the audio upgrade as well!

very good video thanks!!!!

I would definitely rather buy a used model X over a brand new model three. But the model S does look sexy as hell

Great video. Trying to decide on Model X for some time now. Wonder if you could answer questions about total overall costs. What have you spent on insurance, registration, installing 240 wiring in the garage and any other costs associated with owning a model X. I realize insurance and registration will vary state by state but any information you can offer would help me look at realistic total cost. Thanks

They changed it now so that the 7 seater can fold the second row aswell. Also they put all of the packages you mentioned (bioweapon defense mode, sub-zero and premium audio) into the premium package

Great video, thanks for giving such pragmatic attitude. I commute 140 miles round trip to work, and have been thinking seriously about a Tesla and the best model for my family would be the X 100d. I just can’t get over the massive price tag, how can I justify it? Thank you

Amazing video

The 7 seater now folds down!

Sirius XM is horrible and I will never understand why people PAY EXTRA to use it when the normal radio is much better (and free.) Great video!

In other words besides being pricey a 300 mile range means 220 or so. For the extra price it’ll never pay for itself in gas savings.

Hi Brett, great video. Just ordered a 75D with enhaced autopilot, 7 seater, blue. Any suggestions for paint protection?

Hello great vid

Finally was able to get my credit Score to 725, now I'm on the hunt to purchase a Telsa. However, I'm torn between the Model S and the Model X. I'm driving myself nuts over here.

your not nerdy😁 you are a great youtube 👍

I going to buy 7 seater but I going to use 5 seater and 3rd row change to trunk and I can use 3rd seat to guest

Fully agree with PUP being overpriced, especially when vented seats deleted, but like you, I'm spoiled by the auto-presenting doors, plus the ability to remotely open the passenger door, the turning headlights feature definitely helpful for older eyes, BioHzrd is nice ... the rest are unnecessary... but I did ordered it for the new X... and def NO on FSD, very likely it won't be until HW3 or later that FSD is either completed and/or approved..IMO

I was looking between the 5 seat and the 7 seat. As I understand it, now the 7 seats fold flat. True? If so, any idea how less space storage space there is between the 7 and 5? PS: Great video :)

A couple of times when you were talking about range you mentioned that if the roads are wet your range will suffer. Can you explain why that is?

Cool

hey just wanted to ask if you turn up the ac and browse in the web... will it decrease the range of the Tesla?

Seeing the supercharger map makes me sad being a Canadian and seeing at most like 30 chargers

-Everyone say Colorado -IM A GIRAFFE!

Whem i buy one i am getting all packages and six seat

apparently the new 2018 10 d has 351 miles in good conditions, so if its terrible, it should me ok, maybe 50 to 80 miles less in bad conditions?

Why would the larger wheel size diminish range? Do the different wheel sizes have dissimilar tire OD's?

What's your yearly maintenance cost for the Model X?

Isn't the model x meant to have falcon wing doors?

I was curious about this one question... does your charger for your home have to be inside of your garage? Or can it be installed outside like by my garage door? I don't use my garage for my vehicle.

I hope teala will add superchargers in serbia and greece

When ordering online there are very limited options prior to putting a “down payment”. Are more customizable options available after this?

I can't understand why, with larger wheels, you get less mileage. If the larger wheels rotate less in the same distance, would it not be that you would use less battery?

How about the solid black and obsidian black? Which one you recommend?

If 20" rims give longer range and cost less than 22" rims what would be the effect of 18" rims? Would the ride quality on rough roads improve with the smaller rims which would require a higher profile tire?

Ding dong the seven folds down all seats too

is it that the middle row of seats can't be adjusted by moving them forward so that the third row can have more space? @The Nerdy Engineer

I'd like the 'option' with stuff that doesn't break every few weeks :) Just kidding, I know Tesla is hard at it, and more power (no pun intended) to them.

Opps wished id seen this before confirming my order! Thanks for the video

Is the referral code still available for use?

also going down to 0 does not mean its 0 tesla builds in safeguards zero on the dash means time to fill not fully dead other wise your car would shut right off it dont theres a 20 mile or more buffer zone it uses... charge to 80% or 100 it dont matter these are not lith polymer these are lithi ion ion uses a liquid polymer uses a dry polymer polymer is used for rc cars and drones.. lith ion you can leave the bats fully charged or down to 3 volts each cell you can go to .5 volts a cell but slowly bring them back up slowwwllyyyy and you can only do this say 5 times.. so lith ions are bascially a normal battery they do not have memory.. also when will the companeies do fuel cell hydrogen thats the future or super caps super caps charge instantly and they just need density more

Is the performance worth 20 grand more. I'm fixing to buy a model X, Good Lord Willing, but I test drove a pirofmormance and the salesman said he could have set it on regular mode. Now I don't want to drive 3 hours to see the difference. This might be a deal breaker. SO CAN ANYONE HELP ME ON THE SPEED? I do know the performance is TRULY the fastest car I ever drove, almost got away from me. HELP!

Can buy for me tesla model x black p100d

HI Brett, Used tesla X P90D now are around 110k with full options but old. Would you recommend go for the used P90D or new 100D

I what 6 seater

Im gonna buy a tesla once i get settled.

I sure don't care how the seats look. give me performance !

Make an updated video with today’s options

Is your referral code still valid

I disagree on autopilot. Tesla states their next update will put autopilot two in front of autopilot one. Autopilot two already has more features than autopilot one and it’s safer. I don’t see why getting one is better. It’s just $1,000 more in the future.

Itºs not bad to reach 0 on those types of batteries.

Also it’s not biohazard mode its bio weapon